This tax change could trigger even with offering contacts for those services as it could be construed as contractors.

Both offer unique advantages, but understanding the trade-offs is crucial for making the right decision.

I also have a friend that bought brand new construction, but had to shell out tens of thousands in repairs because the home wasn't built properly, the inspection didn't catch the issues, the builder didn't have a warranty on the property, and insurance didn't cover all the problems.

The seller is offering seller financing at 2% interest with a 9-year balloon.

Our goal is to identify a property and make an offer before the end of 1Q 2025.

There are even ADU grants being offered.

Anyone speaking in "sure-thing / simple" terms, I call BS. 

While sophistication of your equity partners (private money lenders) will vary between residential and commercial, the principle of raising private capital is the same.You need to develop your own system which allows a constant stream of PML even when you don't need the funds and/or don't have an active deal under contract.For example; I raise private capital by offering free educational workshops for people with self-directed IRAs.

I they accepted an offer of $118K from my brother but since he couldn't get the loan, we're starting over.

For instance - I am looking to see if anyone has experience with installing recessed lighting into a horse hair plaster ceiling and if anyone could offer advice on the process I should take when doing so?